The Green Bay Packers are heading into a pivotal offseason, and the challenges are already stacking up. Coming off a wild-card loss to the rival Chicago Bears-a game that left more questions than answers-the Packers find themselves at a crossroads.
That defeat didn’t just sting; it sparked internal tension, with Micah Parsons publicly calling out his teammates in the aftermath. And that was just the beginning.
Just days after the playoff exit, offensive lineman Rasheed Walker was arrested in New York on serious firearm-related charges, including second-degree criminal possession of a weapon and criminal possession of a firearm. It’s the kind of off-field issue that adds another layer of complexity to a team already facing tough decisions about its future.
One of those decisions? Whether to move forward with head coach Matt LaFleur.
There’s been plenty of debate about the timing and wisdom of extending his contract, especially after a season that saw Green Bay finish 9-7-1 and bow out early in the postseason. While LaFleur has had success in Green Bay, the pressure is mounting to show that the team isn’t just treading water.
And now, there’s another potential blow on the horizon: the possible departure of wide receiver Romeo Doubs in free agency. According to a projection from Pro Football Focus’ Nathan Jahnke, Doubs could be headed west-to none other than the San Francisco 49ers, one of the Packers’ fiercest NFC rivals.
Here’s why that move would sting: The 49ers are in the market for an X receiver. With Jauan Jennings potentially leaving in free agency and Brandon Aiyuk missing the entire 2025 season, San Francisco’s depth at wideout is thin.
Deebo Samuel was traded last offseason, and while rookie Ricky Pearsall showed flashes, the Niners need a reliable target on the outside. Enter Doubs, who notched 55 catches for 724 yards and six touchdowns in 2025.
He’s not just productive-he’s consistent, and he fits the mold of what Kyle Shanahan likes in his offense.
There’s also a coaching connection that makes this projection more than just a hypothetical. Matt LaFleur and Kyle Shanahan go way back, having worked together across three different teams from 2008 to 2016.
That shared offensive philosophy could make Doubs an ideal schematic fit in San Francisco’s system. If Jennings walks, Doubs could slide right into that X receiver role and give the 49ers a dependable option to complement their evolving offense.
For the Packers, losing Doubs would be a significant hit-not just because of his production, but because of what it would represent. Green Bay is already facing questions about its offensive identity and roster depth. Letting a young, ascending receiver walk-especially to a conference rival-would only deepen those concerns.
So as the offseason unfolds, the Packers have their hands full. They’re managing internal tension, legal distractions, coaching scrutiny, and now the very real possibility of losing one of their top playmakers. It’s a lot to juggle for a team that hoped to be building momentum-not bracing for more turbulence.